2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 59 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2670 mm |